Sermons on Dark And Stormy Night:

A Son To Light The Darkness

Contributed by John Harper on Jan 2, 2009

God chose a child to bring light in the midst of utter darkness.

“A Son to Light the Darkness” Isaiah 9:1-7 December 14, 2008 Warden Assembly of God Pastor John L. Harper Introduction: “Unca Frank’s Christmas!” Isaiah 9: 6-7 Key verse(s): 6a: “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given.” Franklin Chaney was by all accounts what you would call a crank. For ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Encouragement In A Dark Hour

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Mar 11, 2002

David was encouraged by a friend in one of his darkest hours.

Encouragement in a Dark Hour II Samuel 15-17 In his fine little book Fully Human, Fully Alive, author John Powell relates a true story. It didn’t happen to him but to a friend of his while he was vacationing in the Bahamas. What attracted the friend’s attention was a large and restless crowd ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rescued From Darkness Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 22, 2014

Paul sums up the doctrine of salvation in three great truths: 1) Inheritance (Colossians 1:12), 2) Deliverance (Colossians 1:13a), and 3) Transference (Colossians 1:13b-14).

Of all the recent stories of people held captive, the one of U.S. Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, has been the most controversial. He told military doctors that his Taliban captors tortured him and kept him locked in a metal cage in total darkness for weeks at a time after he tried to escape. Bergdahl, now 28, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-14

Denomination: Other

Rescued From Darkness Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 24, 2019

In Colossians 1:12–14. Paul sums up the doctrine of salvation in three great truths. He explains: 1) Inheritance (Colossians 1:12), 2) Deliverance (Colossians 1:13a), and 3) Transference (Colossians 1:13b-14) that are given to those Rescued from Darkness.

Colossians 1:12–14 12 giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. 13 He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son, 14 in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. (ESV) Years ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-14

Denomination: Other

From Darkness To Light

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 5, 2025

Some of the most inspirational people I’ve ever met have been blind.

From Darkness to Light “As Jesus approached Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the roadside begging. 36 When he heard the crowd going by, he asked what was happening. 37 They told him, “Jesus of Nazareth is passing by.” 38 He called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” 39 Those who led ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The First Episode Of Nick At Night

Contributed by Jay Bunting on Mar 30, 2011

A study of the visit of Nicodemus at night

2nd lent 11 The first episode of Nick at Night John 3: 1-17 We have all heard jokes about people showing up at the pearly gates seeking entrance into Heaven. While many of these jokes bring a smile to our faces, behind most of them is the false assumption that we must do something to get into ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

From Darkness To Hope Series

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Oct 14, 2011

Where is God when evil rears its ugly head? God gave hope to Abram when he lived in an incredible evil time of darkness....

Series: The Journey Message: From Darkness to Hope Text: Genesis 11:27-12:1 Date: September 11, 2011 Pastor: David McBeath OFFERING At this time I’d like to continue our time of corporate worship and celebration by taking an offering. The offering is simply an opportunity to celebrate ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

From Darkness To Light Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 14, 2020

In Acts 26:16-32, we see how one can turn “From Darkness to Light” beginning from: 1) The Appearing of Light (Acts 26:16–18), 2) Proclaiming the Light (Acts 26:19–23) and 3) 3) Persevering in the Light (Acts 26:24-32)

Acts 26:16–32 16 But rise and stand upon your feet, for I have appeared to you for this purpose, to appoint you as a servant and witness to the things in which you have seen me and to those in which I will appear to you, 17 delivering you from your people and from the Gentiles—to whom I am sending ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:16-32

Denomination: Other

Night Calls - A Call To Help Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 31, 2010

Have you ever had the frustration of being in the middle of something you had planned only to be interrupted by someone needing your help? Paul was carrying out his plan for spreading the Gospel when God interrupts him with a call in the night for help.

Night Calls – A Call to Help Acts 16:1-10 Introduction: Have you ever experienced the frustration of being in the middle of something you had planned to do only to be interrupted by someone who needed your help and assistance? The Apostle Paul was carrying out his plan for accomplishing the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

One Night That Changed The World PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

This sermon explores the divine fulfillment, redemption, and joy found in Jesus' humble birth, emphasizing the hope it brings to humanity. Key

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this gathering of hearts and minds in worship of our Lord. In our midst, the Holy Spirit is alive, knitting us together in a tapestry of faith, hope, and love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment, called by our Creator to seek His face and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-21

Topics: Birth, Christ

Don't Get Use To The Darkness

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 28, 2016

This message is intended to make the people of God keenly aware of the insidious and quiet ease in which evil can become an uncontested way of life.

Introduction: What do you think about all the mayhem in our world? As of January 1-November 28, 2016; the US statistics were as follows: 1,331 deaths due to domestic violence, 10,475 deaths due to gun violence, 30,814 deaths due to drunk driving, 38,984 deaths due to suicide, 22,790 deaths due ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:38-39

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Comes In The Morning PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2023

This sermon explores enduring through pain, anticipating joy, and the promise of God's favor, using Psalm 30:5 as a guide for hope and resilience.

Hey there, folks! It's such a blessing to be gathering together today, isn't it? We've got a real treat for you today. We're going to be hanging out in Psalm 30:5 for a bit. Now, this is a passage that packs a punch. It's a verse that's got a whole lot to say about pain, about patience, and about ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:5

Topics: Weeping, Endure, Night

The Morning After The Night Before

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 28, 2008

We all know the story about the party that was thrown for the Prodigal, but what happened the next morning?

You have all felt the feeling or have heard of someone who has. The dreaded morning after the night before. You hadn’t intended on staying at the party that long, you knew that you had to get up the next morning and yet there it was. As some people say, “it is what it is.” The year I graduated ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Morning After The Night Before Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 15, 2014

This is week two looking at the prodigal son and this week we look at what happened the day after the celebration

You have all felt the feeling or have heard of someone who has. “The dreaded morning after the night before.” You hadn’t intended on staying at the party that long, you knew that you had to get up the next morning and yet there it was. As some people say, “It is what it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:20-32

Denomination: Wesleyan

Demons--Dominions Of Darkness

Contributed by David Anderson on May 4, 2001

Demons are real and can tempt believers or take over unbelievers. Christ is our only sure defense against their power.

Sermon: "DOMINIONS OF DARKNESS" Anderson Deut. 18:15-20; 1 Co. 8:1-13; Mark 1:21-28 + + + We’re going to listen again to some provocative words as they are recorded in our Gospel text for today: 23 "Just then a man in their synagogue who was possessed by an evil spirit ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:23-24

Denomination: Lutheran